Live Interactive Workshop
Free

Talking to my child about their diagnosis of Autism

April 18, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST
ADHD and Autism

About This Workshop

A diagnosis of a mental health issue or disability can come as a relief when it validates or expands your understanding of your child. It gives your family a place to start creating a support plan. You may also wonder about how much to say and how to say it to your child in a way that doesn't harm their self-worth. In addition, when others in your family or community display symptoms of these challenges, children will often make up explanations that are not accurate. In all these cases, children will benefit from straightforward information delivered with a compassionate point of view. A little bit of preparation can go a long way in helping your child cope well and strengthen their resilience. Join Peace At Home founder Ruth Freeman and teacher Aaron Weintraub for a lively discussion as well as answers to your questions about this important topic.

  • If you do not have a Peace at Home account, please use the New to Peace at Home button above to register for this virtual, Interactive 30-minute discussion. We’ll email a zoom link to add to your calendar and reminders as the date gets closer. 
  • For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library, ADHD and Autism: Help Your Child Thrive Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including Positive Discipline for Children with ADHD: Understand Your Child’s Brian, and Help Your Child with Autism to Make Friends

After this workshop, you will be able to:

  • Identify and apply ways to talk with your child on the topic of diagnosis or disability in sensitive and supportive ways

Meet your Instructors

Aaron Weintraub

Autism, Anxiety, ADHD,

MS, Curriculum Advisor

Ruth Freeman

Mental Health, School Age, Relationships,

LCSW

Topics

  • autism
  • communication

Age Category

  • All, a Parenting Essential
  • PreNatal Infant
  • School Age
  • Teens & Young Adults
  • Toddlers & Preschoolers
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